COLLIER, John passed away 14th April 2025 peacefully at the Mater Hospital with his loving family by his side. Beloved husband of Margaret. Loving father of Michelle, Nicola and Martina. Proud Gaga of Chloe, Larissa, Aaliyah, Holly and Lauren. Devoted father-in-law of George, Arthur and Dee. Loving brother-in-law of Tommy and Archie.

House private please. A service of thanksgiving for John’s life will be held in Victoria Evangelical Hall in Carrickfergus on Friday 18th April 2025 at 2.30 p.m. followed by interment in Victoria Cemetery.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Alzheimer’s Society c/o S & J Irvine Funeral Directors 31-35 Irish Quarter South, Carrickfergus (Cheques made payable to the above charity; card donations via telephone on 028 9335 1540 Mon-Fri 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Cash donations are also welcome).

John will be loved and always remembered by the entire family circle.

The gates of heaven opened wide

A special guest was on his way

When Jesus called John came home to stay

Gone but not forgotten xxx